Like that reality check from stepping on the scale, you should also slip into a swimsuit to view the true you before summer hits. The mirror doesn't lie. It may prove just the dose of truth you need to cut a few calories and start exercising to reach your best look at the beach this summer.

Go swimsuit shopping now to get a good look at your bod. If there's a roll of fat sticking out from underneath that gorgeous new tankini, put the suit back on the rack and re-direct your disappointment into motivation to lose weight responsibly through diet 'n fitness.

Try SwimOutlet and Speedo to view the latest sport swimwear and consider this swim training program for fast results in four weeks. Once you drop a few, that hot suit is the perfect reward.